In short
PlainSignage is an OptiSigns alternative that removes plan tiers: one price includes every feature, from schedules and 53 widgets to guest games and the API. OptiSigns supports many devices and sells its own player stick; PlainSignage runs on the Android TV, Fire TV Stick, tablet or browser you already have. Pricing: €14.99/month for the first screen, €4.99 per additional screen, 14-day free trial.
OptiSigns vs. PlainSignage at a glance
| Aspect | OptiSigns | PlainSignage |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing model | Per screen per month, several tiers (see their pricing page) | One plan, every feature: €14.99 + €4.99 per extra screen |
| Hardware | Bring your own or buy their stick | Bring your own: Android TV, Fire TV, tablet, browser, Raspberry Pi |
| Feature gating | Advanced features on higher tiers | None — API, playlists, zones, engagement all included |
| Guest interaction | Limited | Polls, song requests, wheel, shout-outs, Q&A, photo wall, games |
| Languages | English-first | EN, NL, DE, FR, ES — console, players, help |
| Hosting | US cloud | EU-hosted, GDPR compliant |
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Why people switch
One price, no matrix
You never discover that the feature you need is on the next tier.
European hosting
Data in the EU, GDPR by design, VAT handled by Stripe.
Five languages
Console, players and help center in English, Dutch, German, French and Spanish.
Engagement included
Games and guest widgets that other platforms charge extra for.
How to switch from OptiSigns in an afternoon
- 1Start a free trial and pair an Android TV or Fire TV Stick
- 2Rebuild layouts with templates; upload your media library
- 3Pair remaining screens; the same sticks and TVs work
- 4Cancel the old plan
Frequently asked questions
Can I keep my OptiSigns stick?
If it is an Android-based stick you can sideload the PlainSignage player; otherwise a €30 Fire TV Stick replaces it.
Do you have templates?
Yes — menus, welcome boards, news boards and dashboards, plus blocks like price tags and sale bursts.